Suzuki Grand Vitara

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is the classic compact 4x4 from this manufacturer. Prices range from £13,600 to £18,475, with engine options of 1.6 litre and 2.4 litre petrol and a 1.9 DDiS in diesel.

All models come in a choice of three door or five door. Extras include heated and folding electric door mirrors, front fog lamps, alloy wheels, climate control air-conditioning, electric front windows, CD stereo and ABS with EBD. Safety features include front, side and curtain airbags plus additional curtain air bags for passengers in the rear. 2.4 litre models have an additional MP3 compatible 6 CD player, 17 inch alloy wheels and rear privacy glass. Five door models also have leather seats and heating in the front seats along with High Intensity Discharge headlamps, 18 inch alloy wheels and cruise control.

The 2.4 litre five door will do 0 to 60 mph in 11.7 seconds, with a top speed of 115 mph. Petrol consumption for urban conditions is 24.7 mpg, with 37.1 mpg for non urban driving and 31.3 mpg combined, none of which make for a particularly economical drive.

If you are looking for a Suzuki Grand Vitara in Leeds and Yorkshire then the odds are good for you because the Suzuki Grand Vitara has sold well in the UK, with over 160,000 bought since it first appeared here. It is quite spacious for a compact 4x4 and feels solid with a visually stylish look. It performs well and can stand up against competitors such as the Toyota Rav4. The car comes at a reasonable price but running costs can be high, especially with the petrol version.